Sarah Ware
Summary
Focused School Counselor with 2 years of success guiding students on academic and career decisions, and 12 prior year of success supporting social and emotional health as a music therapist. Skilled at counseling students on methods for forging relationships and helping students navigate school life. Driven to support long-term goal achievement by linking students to outside resources to enhance education and career prospects.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Prince William County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained a caseload of 250 6th-8th grade students at Gainesville Middle School.
- 80% of students reported that needs were met or exceeded in 5 categories for 8th grade girls group.
- Gathered data on student retention following 6th grade technology lessons.
- Used programs like Naviance to navigate Academic Career Planning with students.
School Counselor Intern
Loudoun County Public Schools
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Maintained caseload for high flying 8th grade students for counselor who was on leave.
- 75% increased satisfaction noticed following pre and post test data in 6th grade girls small group.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration.
- Co-lead afterschool groups for students, including Sources of Strength and Pride Club
School Counselor Practicum Student
Loudoun County Public Schools
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Led over 150 first grade students in class-based curriculum, including Second Step Bullying Prevention.
- Co-led first grade small group for students with executive functioning skill needs, and attention building.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN06.2022
Master of Arts - Music Therapy
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Music Therapy
Radford University
Radford, VA12.2005
Skills
- Middle School Education
- Crisis Intervention
- Diverse Student Populations
- Social and Emotional Health
- Behavior Modification
- ASCA National Model Principles
Affiliations
American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
Virginia School Counselor Association (VSCA)
Timeline
School Counselor
Prince William County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
School Counselor Intern
Loudoun County Public Schools
01.2022 - 06.2022
School Counselor Practicum Student
Loudoun County Public Schools
09.2021 - 12.2022
Master of Science - School Counseling
Capella University
Master of Arts - Music Therapy
Shenandoah University
Bachelor of Science - Music Therapy
Radford University
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